Daru weather
At 5:00 AM local time it was mostly clear and 26°C (79°F). Light rain for 22 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 6.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Jun–Nov. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Daru, Western Province, Papua New Guinea.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 44%
- Chance of rain
- 75%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 22 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 6.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–NovOff season Jan–Apr
About Daru weather
Is it raining in Daru right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 26° right now. Light rain for 22 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 6.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Daru this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 25–26°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Daru lately?
In the past 7 days, Daru had 1 rainy day and 4.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Daru?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Daru weather by month
When is the best time to visit Daru?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Daru is Jun–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jan–Apr tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (80°F) in July to 31°C (88°F) in December.
What is the rainiest month in Daru?
January is the wettest month, with about 305 mm (12.0 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 17 mm (0.7 in).
What is the hottest month in Daru?
December is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 26°C (80°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (80°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Daru have a rainy season?
Yes. Jan–Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Nov is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Daru?
The sea is warmest in December at about 31°C (88°F) and coolest in August at about 27°C (80°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months